Raccoon Park

Raccoon Park is a 195-acre public access site along Lake Erie's shoreline in East Springfield, offering boat launch facilities for paddlers and boaters. The park features a paved parking lot and boat ramps suitable for launching kayaks, canoes, and medium to large recreational boats. This location provides direct access to Lake Erie rather than launching into a bay, making it ideal for open-water paddling and boating activities.

The site includes public restrooms and amenities to support day-use visitors. Paddlers should note that this is a Lake Erie access point, so conditions can be variable depending on weather and wind; check local forecasts before launching. The park's location at the mouth of Raccoon Creek offers options for exploring both the creek environment and the open lake. With its substantial parking and well-maintained facilities, Raccoon Park is considered one of the better-developed launch sites in western Erie County.